Rockland County

  • Rose Memorial Library Finalizes Funding Request for Milestone Expansion of Facility, Sets to Launch Public Petition

    Stony Point, NY – On Friday, July 5, the Board of the Rose Memorial Library Association approved a petition to place a measure on the November 5 ballot, seeking additional funding for the library for a milestone expansion of the near 75-year old facility. After consultations with financial advisors, architects, and engineers, Alice Meacham, Director […]

  • RCC Firings, Layoffs and Dismissals Begin as Part of Multi-Million Dollar Plan to Fix $5 Million Deficit

    SUFFERN NY – On Thursday June 27th, “Phase 3” of the SUNY Rockland’s plan to slash costs by up to $5 million dollars began with the dismissal or 30-day notice of a number of Rockland Community College Employees. Several key positions were immediately eliminated, as well as 30-day notices given to at least one other […]

  • SUNY Rockland Board of Directors Plan to Slash Up to $2.6 Million in Jobs to Address Ongoing Multi-Million Dollar Deficit

    SUFFERN, NY – Rockland Community College (RCC, SUNY Rockland) is bracing for more substantial budget cuts as it continues to face a severe financial crisis. The RCC Board of Trustees has outlined their “Phase 3” budget plan aimed at addressing a near-still-$5 million deficit, which includes significant layoffs and the elimination of vacancies. Notably, up […]

  • Rockland County Summer Events 2024

    A brief collection of Rockland News’ favorite summer events for 2024, thus far! NEW CITY, NY – Summer in Rockland County NY is a time of vibrant activity and events that offer something for everyone. Whether you are a fan of music, history, sports, or the arts, there’s an event waiting for you. Here’s a […]

  • Rockland County Braces for Intense Weeklong Heatwave. Here’s What You Need to Know

    NEW CITY, NY – Rockland County is set to experience an intense heatwave starting Tuesday, bringing soaring temperatures and high humidity that are expected to last until the beginning of July. The heatwave, part of a larger weather pattern affecting the East Coast and Midwest, could potentially set temperature records breaking the 100-degree mark, and […]

  • Coach USA Files for Bankruptcy, NYC Commuter Lines in Jeopardy

    Rockland County Faces More Commuting Challenges Nanuet, NY – Coach USA, a key provider of passenger transportation services in Rockland County, New York, has initiated voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings. This move, aimed at facilitating sale processes and debt restructuring, has significant implications for the commuting options available to residents of Rockland County. For over 40 […]